Mid-Senior Web Developer - Wakefield - Hybrid

Mid–Senior Web Developer (Hybrid – 3 Days On-Site, Wakefield)

Location: Wakefield, UK (must be within a commutable distance)

Employment Type: Permanent

Sponsorship: Not available – candidates must have an existing right to work in the UK

Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days per week on-site, 2 days remote)

About the Role

We are looking for a talented Mid–Senior Web Developer to join our growing digital team in Wakefield. You’ll play a key role in developing, enhancing, and maintaining our web applications across both the front-end and back-end. This role is ideal for someone passionate about modern web development, with a solid technical foundation and an eye for clean, user-centred design.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop responsive, high-performance front-end features using React and JavaScript
• Build and maintain secure, scalable back-end services using PHP and Node.js
• Work with SQL Server to design, query, and optimise relational databases
• Collaborate with designers, product owners, and stakeholders to refine user journeys
• Contribute to UI/UX discussions and help shape intuitive user interfaces
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and team stand-ups
• Troubleshoot, debug, and improve existing applications
• Ensure best practices in performance, security, and maintainability

Required Skills & Experience

• 3–6+ years commercial web development experience
• Strong proficiency in React, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3
• Solid back-end experience with both PHP and Node.js
• Experience working with SQL Server (stored procedures, optimisation, schema design)
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and modern development workflows
• Familiarity with version control (Git)
• Ability to work on-site in Wakefield three days per week
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Desirable (Nice to Have)

• Experience or interest in UI/UX design
• Knowledge of TypeScript
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working (3 days on-site)
• Collaborative, friendly team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Modern tech stack and meaningful projects